Languages English

Education Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)

First Aid Certificate; Driver's License (Class 1 or A); Air Brake (Z) Endorsement; AZ class license; DZ class license; Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks); Class 3/3F/DF Licence (trailer truck, vehicles with more than 3 axles); Air Brakes Endorsement

Experience 5 years or more

Specific Skills

Transport and handle dangerous goods; Perform emergency roadside repairs; Load and unload goods; Receive and relay information to central dispatch; Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo; Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment; Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption; Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle

Documentation Knowledge

Accident or incident reports; Trip reports; Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip); Dangerous goods occurrence reports; Driver logbook; Bill of lading

Communication Systems Experience Citizens band (CB) radio

Security and Safety

Driver's validity licence check; Driving record check (abstract); Criminal record check

Own Tools/Equipment Tools; Steel-toed safety boots; Cellular phone

Transportation/Travel Information

Own transportation; Willing to travel cross-border; Willing to travel for extended periods; Valid driver's licence

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Handling heavy loads; Physically demanding; Attention to detail; Sitting; Overtime required

Work Location Information

Remote location; Various locations; Willing to relocate; Relocation costs not covered by employer

Type of Trucking and Equipment

Tractor-trailer; Flatbed; Tractor-trailer B train; Liquid bulk; Extended length tractor-trailer combination

Transportation/Travel Experience Provincial/territorial; Long-haul

Personal Suitability

Effective interpersonal skills; Flexibility; Team player; Excellent written communication; Judgement; Reliability; Organized